Recent content by spilla

Ok, I've filled up the 30g tub about 3/4 full, put some water conditioner and bio-helper, and transferred the Comets over. They look fine, and I put a fake plant and an ornament for the to hide in. I set the air pump up with an air stone to create some movement in the water. Should I put the...

Ok, I've got: 2 x Comet 2 x Zebra Danio 2 x Black Widow Tetra 1 x Guppy

Thanks for the tips. I've just remembered that I have a 20+ gallon plastic tub lying around somewhere. I'm thinking I'll use that while I get things sorted. Some more questions: 1. Should I be using rainwater, or mains water (which has flouride and lots of other crap in it)? I've got some...

Ok, first off, I'll just apologise to all those who I've offended with my ignorance/noobness. I did do a small amount of research before I went to buy, but the aquarium store told me otherwise, and seeing as they looked reputable, I trusted them. When I went to the LFS, they recommended 3...

Ok, I'll start from the start here. :) A few months back I bought a 5 gallon 'All-In-One' tank with light and airpump. The same day I bought a few fish from the local pet shop. (Betta and a few comets IIRC) They all died overnight. I hadn't let the tank cycle nor added any biological helper, and...